Brewers Association Announces 2012 Board of Directors

Chris Furnari

Mar. 6, 2012 at 2:29 PM

The Brewers Association today announced the 2012 Board of Directors, officially naming Dogfish Head Founder Sam Calagione as its Chair.

Calagione replaces last years Chair, F.X. Matt Brewing Co.’s President Nick Matt. Matt will remain on the board as an At-large member. Deschutes Founder and CEO, Gary Fish, will take over Calagione’s former post as Vice Chair.

Below is the official press release from the Brewers Association.

BOULDER, CO – The Brewers Association (BA), the not-for-profit trade group dedicated to promoting and protecting America’s small and independent brewers, is pleased to announce its 2012 Board of Directors.

“It is an honor to work alongside my colleagues and the staff of the Brewers Association as we further the goals of small brewers, homebrewers and the community of brewing enthusiasts across the country,” said Sam Calagione. “I’m excited to take on this new leadership role, while advancing the strategic aims of the Brewers Association.”

“As the craft brewing industry experiences continued growth, it is more important than ever to promote and protect our community,” said Charlie Papazian, president, Brewers Association. “This is a great group of industry leaders who will help the Brewers Association do just that.”

The BA Board of Directors also has several standing committees that work with members and staff focusing on specific areas to help achieve association goals. Committee chairs include: